BelkGives on the Go Mobile Mammography Center to visit metro area

The BelkGives on the Go Mobile Mammography Center is a 39-foot-long, state-of-the-art screening center on wheels and it's scheduled to make stops in Vicksburg, Flowood and Ridgeland, starting August 18.

On August 18, from 9:30 a.m.- 7 p.m., the first stop will be made at Pemberton Square in Vicksburg; on August 20 the state-of-the-art facility will stop in Flowood at Dogwood Festival from 9:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. and the last stop will be 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., August 22, at Northpark Mall in Ridgeland.

Representatives with the program say more than 7,400 women have been served and 30 cases of cancer have been detected in the two years they've had the Mobile Mammography Center on the road.

The program has served women throughout the Southeast.

Belk says after each participant receives her mammogram, the women can visit the Intimate Apparel area at their Belk store to receive a complimentary bra fitting.

Women age 40 and over with no breast concerns , who have not had a mammogram in the last 12 months and have a primary physician, are eligible by calling 855-655-BMMC (2662) to schedule an appointment.

The organization predicted 10 to 16 tropical systems, with five to nine becoming hurricanes. One to four of those hurricanes is predicted to develop into major hurricanes of Category 3 strength or above.

The organization predicted 10 to 16 tropical systems, with five to nine becoming hurricanes. One to four of those hurricanes is predicted to develop into major hurricanes of Category 3 strength or above.